[formoutofchaos]

Rent each one for a day! look on turo

[Nabush]

All of you thanks for your answers

It's clear that the bang for buck of the 1LE is unbeatable...

It's sure i'll be able to buy a 1LE cash, it's not sure for the GS since i also will have to buy a Colorado V6 Z71 (around 30k$) for the mountain and snow trips...

So $$ is an important subject...But man i love the widebody vettes ....

I'll see where my finance will be at my arrival to make my choice...

Concerning the color, i'm between hyperblue and white for the 1LE... the GS i like dark grey, blue and yellow...

[rsa]

Originally Posted by Nabush

It's sure i'll be able to buy a 1LE cash, it's not sure for the GS since i also will have to buy a Colorado V6 Z71 (around 30k$) for the mountain and snow trips...

So $$ is an important subject...But man i love the widebody vettes ....

I'll see where my finance will be at my arrival to make my choice...

LOL, I first read that as fiancée, not finance.

Get the Corvette and buy a used four wheel drive vehicle for the same total dosh?

[Zap city]

Absolutely on topic and an excellent point that I have found to be true.

Originally Posted by Chub2000

This is slightly off topic, but i have to say the the 1LE is the most enjoyable car that ive ever owned. It does everything extremely well and i can relax while driving and tracking it because it only costs $40k.
This is a big statement since i am life long Porsche purist. I prefer driving my 1LE over my Porsche GT3.

[Nabush]

Originally Posted by Chub2000

This is slightly off topic, but i have to say the the 1LE is the most enjoyable car that ive ever owned. It does everything extremely well and i can relax while driving and tracking it because it only costs $40k.
This is a big statement since i am life long Porsche purist. I prefer driving my 1LE over my Porsche GT3.

Originally Posted by Zap city

Absolutely on topic and an excellent point that I have found to be true.

Because in terms of driving feel the 997GT3 is a masterpiece. This is a good compliment for the 1LE

[Nabush]

Originally Posted by rsa

LOL, I first read that as fiancée, not finance.

Get the Corvette and buy a used four wheel drive vehicle for the same total dosh?

I don't know yet what kind of used truck to pick instead of a new one...they are expensive used, there is not so much difference with new ones... i want something modern (bluetooth, screen with apps...) the colorado seems to drives well...

[evanescent03]

Originally Posted by Chub2000

This is slightly off topic, but i have to say the the 1LE is the most enjoyable car that ive ever owned. It does everything extremely well and i can relax while driving and tracking it because it only costs $40k.
This is a big statement since i am life long Porsche purist. I prefer driving my 1LE over my Porsche GT3.

Yeah but do you like the 1LE more bc it's more fun to drive or just because you're less concerned about wrecking it? I'm only half kidding. Hehe. I really want a 991 GT3 and really hope the fun aspect doesn't disappoint. I've only driven one gently so far. Good news is the GT3S seem to hold value really well so I could keep it for a while then move on if it wasnt the thrill I was looking for (although I do doubt I won't love it).

Back on topic... the grandsport is the more purpose built machine. If you're getting a pickup also, I'd go for the grandsport if it works into your budget. I love my 1LE but the GS is just a better performer and looks even better.

[Chub2000]

Originally Posted by evanescent03

Yeah but do you like the 1LE more bc it's more fun to drive or just because you're less concerned about wrecking it? I'm only half kidding. Hehe. I really want a 991 GT3 and really hope the fun aspect doesn't disappoint. I've only driven one gently so far. Good news is the GT3S seem to hold value really well so I could keep it for a while then move on if it wasnt the thrill I was looking for (although I do doubt I won't love it).

Back on topic... the grandsport is the more purpose built machine. If you're getting a pickup also, I'd go for the grandsport if it works into your budget. I love my 1LE but the GS is just a better performer and looks even better.

My GT3 is a 997..the last of the manual transmission. Its a very raw pure sports car, but it lacks torque. Nothing makes a man happier than the torque of an American v8. This is another strong statement considering that i own a strip club....

[davef]

Originally Posted by Chub2000

i own a strip club....

[RUQWIKR]

Originally Posted by Nabush

I can't bear automatic, only a stick for my sport cars

In terms of depreciation won't the 1LE loose more in % than a vette ?

I'm talking dollar amount depreciation not percentage. My 2011 Cruze Eco commuter car, that I paid $15,800 all in, has 145,000 miles on it as of today. It's dropped around 80% in value, but, that's "only" about $12,000. Since I am giving that to my soon-to-be 16-year old in a couple of months, the 1LE will be my daily other than bad weather days when I'll drive my truck.

I'd rather take the depreciation dollar amount hit on the 1LE. You can buy low mileage 14 / 15 Z28's for $25K-$35K off or a low mileage C6 ZR1 for $50K-$70K off MSRP. It's all a personal choice on how much money you are willing to throw away on a toy.

[2cnd chance]

I've always been happiest with my decisions by waiting a little longer and getting what I really want. Buy the truck first and wait a while till you figure it out and/or have the needed funds.

[Nabush]

Originally Posted by 2cnd chance

I've always been happiest with my decisions by waiting a little longer and getting what I really want. Buy the truck first and wait a while till you figure it out and/or have the needed funds.

Yes, it seems to be wiser...but harder

I've shown the 1LE to my wife and she doesn't like it .... she likes the vette...but find it's too expensive for a toy.... perhaps the best would be to wait until the GS hit the 50k$ mark in used market...

[formoutofchaos]

Originally Posted by Nabush

Yes, it seems to be wiser...but harder

I've shown the 1LE to my wife and she doesn't like it .... she likes the vette...but find it's too expensive for a toy.... perhaps the best would be to wait until the GS hit the 50k$ mark in used market...

My wife loved th vette , hated the camaro until she got into it now she loves the camaro ! But misses the vette for th flashy top off just a little

[ban25]

As a fellow track enthusiast and Z owner (2009 370Z), I've been reading this thread with great interest. I typically do 20 track days a year all over California and the recent dominance of American sports cars on the track is undeniable, from the Viper ACR to the new Camaro, they have my attention! Personally, I'm interested in seeing if a new Camaro Z/28 is introduced this year, as that should be a track monster. I'm also keeping my eye out for the rumored mid-engine Corvette...that could be something really special. Ideally, I would get one of these two and then convert my 370Z from mostly race car to fully race car.

One thing that has me leaning in the Corvette's direction is the dry sump. I'm on my third VQ motor on account of oiling issues -- this one is fully built, forged bottom end, big cam, racing oil pan with active baffles, and long tube headers. That said, it would be nice not to have to worry about the problem with my next car. If the Z/28 is dry sump, that would probably make the decision for me.

I'm curious to hear your experience! What tracks do you run in Europe?

Cheers!

-Brian